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With web-enabled technology, business intelligence, and supply chain management becoming integral parts of the manufacturing
environment, discrete enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications today are not as they once were. Learn about the current
trends and how to select a discrete ERP system for yo (...)
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With web-enabled technology, business intelligence, and supply chain management becoming integral parts of the manufacturing
environment, discrete...
Published:
2009-05-29
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Today's ERP Showdown pits Infor SyteLine vs. Exact Software Macola ES vs. QAD Enterprise Application, all aimed at medium-sized
businesses in the $250 million (USD)–plus range. Once again, we used TEC's ERP Evaluation Center to look at all eight standard
ERP modules… (...)
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discrete erp assessment articles:
Today's ERP Showdown pits Infor SyteLine vs. Exact Software Macola ES vs. QAD Enterprise Application, all aimed at medium-sized
businesses in the ...
Published:
2008-06-23
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Going forward in the near to mid term, enterprises will focus most of their budgets on improving and better leveraging already
installed applications. All the vendors in case seem positioned well to respond to these requirements, given their value propositions
that appeal to their respective markets but (...)
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Going forward in the near to mid term, enterprises will focus most of their budgets on improving and better leveraging already
installed applicati...
Published:
2003-03-26
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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Abstract:
While regulatory requirements to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) may be a concern for publically
traded companies only, there are plenty of reasons why privately held entities will want to prepare to adopt IFRS as well. (...)
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While regulatory requirements to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) may be a concern for publically
traded companies only, t...
Published:
2009-12-14
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The worsening plight of most ERP vendors, caused by the market slowdown, which started in the fourth quarter of 1998, continued
in full force throughout 1999. The market size for 1999, with the 4th quarter yet to be reported, is estimated at $18.5B-$19.5B
(12%-16% growth over 1998), with sales expected t (...)
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discrete erp assessment articles:
The worsening plight of most ERP vendors, caused by the market slowdown, which started in the fourth quarter of 1998, continued
in full force thro...
Published:
1999-01-01
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Abstract:
While regulatory requirements to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) may be a concern for publically
traded companies only, there are plenty of reasons why privately held entities will want to prepare to adopt IFRS as well. (...)
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discrete erp assessment articles:
While regulatory requirements to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) may be a concern for publically
traded companies only, t...
Published:
2009-12-14
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ERP systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn the whys,
wheres and whos of the business process (workflows) rather than hows of the software screens. (...)
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ERP systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn the whys,
wheres and whos of the...
Published:
2001-08-29
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Within the warehouse management system (WMS) market, which is still the main breadwinning offering for most of the SCE vendors,
most products are functionally on par with mere nuances in ease of configuration or industry focus to differentiate the winner.
ERP vendors have taken advantage of this unfavora (...)
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Within the warehouse management system (WMS) market, which is still the main breadwinning offering for most of the SCE vendors,
most products are ...
Published:
2004-04-27
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LMS presents both an opportunity and a challenge for RedPrairie. (...)
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LMS presents both an opportunity and a challenge for RedPrairie.
Published:
2003-01-10
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Baan remains one of only a handful of vendors that are capable of providing full application suites on scaleable platforms
that can be globally deployed by larger enterprises. (...)
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Baan remains one of only a handful of vendors that are capable of providing full application suites on scaleable platforms
that can be globally de...
Published:
2002-02-21
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Abstract:
Trend Virus Control System (TVCS) utilizes a web based management console, which allows for administration, configuration
and policy enforcement from a central location. (...)
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... and servers. The Trend Virus Control system allows for administration of these discrete
components from a central point. The anti ...
Published:
1999-12-01
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Abstract:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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discrete erp assessment articles:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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Abstract:
To improve supply chain operations with a fresh look and new ideas, Harris Tea worked with a consulting firm, Supply Chain
Consultants. The objective was to optimize the entire supply chain, not just the pieces. (...)
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To improve supply chain operations with a fresh look and new ideas, Harris Tea worked with a consulting firm, Supply Chain
Consultants. The object...
Published:
2006-05-19
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Abstract:
On April 20, Symix Systems, Inc. announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2000.
The operating loss is attributed to the Company's continuing investment in its e-business operations, and the delayed rebound
of the traditional enterprise systems market following the (...)
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On April 20, Symix Systems, Inc. announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2000. The
operating loss is att...
Published:
2000-06-07
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Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commerce market. A new Symix subsidiary called Frontstep, which was formed in January 2000, has been actively
rounding out its e-business product and strategic consu (...)
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Like many of its peers, Symix Systems, one of the leading mid-market enterprise applications vendors, has been making a big
push into the e-commer...
Published:
2000-10-25
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Competition is also flying from many directions since the parent company now competes in many diverse markets, and it now
has a number of competitors that vary in size, target markets, and overall product scope. (...)
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Competition is also flying from many directions since the parent company now competes in many diverse markets, and it now
has a number of competit...
Published:
2004-12-17
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Abstract:
The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product
and vendor must have been the install base and that is you. Showing interest and being vocal about your needs is your part
in keeping the relationship the way you want it. (...)
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discrete erp assessment articles:
The time for existing Made2Manage customers and partners to act is now. The new owners’ motivation in buying the product and
vendor must have been...
Published:
2003-09-15
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Abstract:
Software selection is complex and time-consuming. Taking shortcuts or skipping steps in the process increases the risk of
making the wrong choice. But attending a virtual trade show can accelerate the selection process, increase vendor interaction,
and reduce this risk. (...)
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... Needs assessment, where you decide where you are ... specific and use
“manufacturing ERP,” and you ... and vertical market (for instance, discrete
manufacturing for ...
Published:
2008-01-02
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Abstract:
SSA GT believes it is on a path to regain a leading position in its target markets by solving industry-specific business
challenges and creating a heterogeneous application environment that works seamlessly with other back-office applications. (...)
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SSA GT believes it is on a path to regain a leading position in its target markets by solving industry-specific business challenges
and creating a...
Published:
2002-04-29